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Old Mar 9, 2024 | 06:08 AM
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Okkkay time for another oil change.......I've used Motul 8100 engine oil previously with the gear oil as well.
looking at trying the Liqui Moly now......who used these previously and what do you prefer......

 
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Old Mar 10, 2024 | 05:08 AM
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I have found that my engine likes Castrol 5w40 and 5000 mile changes. But, oil brands are like pizza, everyone has a favorite.
 
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Old Mar 10, 2024 | 12:36 PM
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R53
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yes I’m a fan a pulled those links out of my buy again on Amazon.
 
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Old Mar 11, 2024 | 04:43 AM
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That's good variety......true everyone does just like gas....
 
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Old Mar 11, 2024 | 06:40 AM
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Originally Posted by Yoshimura 1
That's good variety......true everyone does just like gas....
Yes they do have just about every flavor you can ask for. I swap it out 5k on the newer cars, and the R53 gets 3-3500 mile changes.
 
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